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Greg Hunt to retire from politics at the next election December 2, 2021

Health minister Greg Hunt is expected to announce today that he will not contest the next federal election expected in the first half of next year.

HBF announces return of COVID-19 savings to CUA Health members December 2, 2021

HBF has announced that its recently acquired Brisbane-based private health insurer CUA Health will return its remaining deferred claims fund to members.

Weight loss and exercise helping to manage osteoarthritis December 2, 2021

Medibank says a trial involving 400 of its customers has revealed the potential benefit of diet and exercise in managing the symptoms associated with osteoarthritis-related knee pain.

Federal government support for HIV and blood borne viruses December 2, 2021

Health minister Greg Hunt has marked World AIDS Day by announcing $50 million in funding to extend access to HIV treatment in Australia and to support a range of services.

Bupa launches extras choice with new 'FLEXtras' November 30, 2021

Bupa has announced it will give customers the choice to create their own extras cover with the goal of enabling people to better meet their individual health needs and only pay for what they need.

Atomo Diagnostics teams up with AFAO on self-test November 30, 2021

Australian company Atomo Diagnostics and the Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations have united to promote the availability of the first TGA approved HIV Self-Test.

Leadership in healthcare quality and safety recognised November 30, 2021

The former Australian Private Hospitals Association president Christine Gee has been recognised for her contribution to safety and quality initiatives across Australia’s health care sector.

Private hospitals working to address elective surgery backlog November 25, 2021

The latest data from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority shows there were 995,540 episodes of care in private hospitals during the three months to the end of September.

Dr Rachel David: APRA report 'reveals risks' to Australia’s health system November 25, 2021

Private Healthcare Australia chief executive Dr Rachel David says the latest Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) report has highlighted the "urgent need" for reform of the way commonly used medical devices are priced.

Latest statistical update triggers renewed debate over PL reform November 25, 2021

A renewed debate over the reform of medical device pricing in response to the latest data released by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority.

nib announces investment in digital health start-up November 25, 2021

Managing director Mark Fitzgibbon said the deal will help 'bring to life' elements of nib’s payer to partner strategy as it moves towards being as much about good health and disease prevention.

New survey reveals 'stress' about holiday season after a 'bad year' November 25, 2021

HCF says a new consumer insights report on Australia's health has revealed that 71 per cent of people are bracing for a stressful holiday season because of pressure to make it perfect to compensate for a ‘bad year’.

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Greg Hunt to retire from politics at the next election

HBF announces return of COVID-19 savings to CUA Health members

Weight loss and exercise helping to manage osteoarthritis

Federal government support for HIV and blood borne viruses

Bupa launches extras choice with new 'FLEXtras'

Atomo Diagnostics teams up with AFAO on self-test

Leadership in healthcare quality and safety recognised

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